HB 1362 Summary

• Establishes the Division of Workers' Compensation within the Insurance Department as the state agency to oversee Oklahoma's workers' compensation system

• Creates the position of Commissioner of Workers' Compensation, appointed by the Governor with Senate confirmation, to administer the Division with executive and rulemaking authority

• Establishes the Office of Injured Employee Counsel with a General Counsel (appointed by Governor with Senate confirmation) to provide assistance and advocacy services to workers' compensation claimants

• Defines system goals including treating injured employees with dignity, ensuring fair dispute resolution, providing prompt medical care, and facilitating return to employment

• Takes effect January 1, 2015